Vulnerability Description
Teredo clients, when following item 6 of RFC4380 section 5.2.3, start direct IPv6 connectivity tests (aka ping tests) in response to packets from non-Teredo source addresses, which might allow remote attackers to induce Teredo clients to send packets to third parties.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Teredo | All versions |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/452989/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/452996/100/0/threaded
- http://www.symantec.com/avcenter/reference/Teredo_Security.pdfVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/452989/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/452996/100/0/threaded
- http://www.symantec.com/avcenter/reference/Teredo_Security.pdfVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-6266?
CVE-2006-6266 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Teredo clients, when following item 6 of RFC4380 section 5.2.3, start direct IPv6 connectivity tests (aka ping tests) in response to packets from non-Teredo source addresses, which might allow remote ...
How severe is CVE-2006-6266?
CVE-2006-6266 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-6266?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Teredo.